Best Time to Visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Best time to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Theodore Roosevelt National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 10° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 33° | 15° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 25° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 56° | 33° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 45° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 74° | 53° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 62° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 81° | 59° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 77° | 53° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 39° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 43° | 26° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 36° | 18° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Theodore Roosevelt National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Rushmore | 214 mi | 46°F | about the same | 22 in |
| Custer State Park | 222 mi | 47°F | about the same | 22 in |
| Badlands National Park | 224 mi | 51°F | +37°F warmer | 15 in |
| Wind Cave National Park | 233 mi | 49°F | +35°F warmer | 18 in |
| South Dakota | 237 mi | 51°F | +36°F warmer | 21 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a national park in North Dakota. Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a US national park known for badlands, bison and prairie dogs.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Theodore Roosevelt National Park with clear. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 62°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 10°F.
Nearby highlights include Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Badlands National Park and Wind Cave National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is 9.4°F above the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Theodore Roosevelt National Park today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Theodore Roosevelt National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:55 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 90° / 62°
Light showers · 14% rain · wind 16 mph
🌧️ 97° / 66°
Heavy drizzle · 23% rain · wind 28 mph
Things to do in Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Quick facts about Theodore Roosevelt National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | North Dakota |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 46°58′44.4″N 103°32′19.3″W (46.979, -103.5387) |
| Established | 1978 |
| Known for | badlands, bison and prairie dogs |
| Local time | 3:55 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a national park in North Dakota. Its coordinates are 46.979, -103.5387. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Theodore Roosevelt National Park right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Theodore Roosevelt National Park in?
Theodore Roosevelt National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 3:55 PM.
What are the top things to do in Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
Popular options include Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Badlands National Park and Wind Cave National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 3:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
